2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP) has 132 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 407 kg more than 2011 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mercury Cougar (228 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Thalia. 2011 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 2001 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 2001 Mercury Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Cougar | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Cougar | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2473 mm |
